Senior Data Protection Advisor

Role Title: Senior Data Protection Advisor 

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday  

Salary: £73,000 

Contract: Fixed term for 12 months 

Location: Dartford / Agile - 3 days a week minimum in the office is required  

Do you thrive on making sense of complex data regulations and translating them into clear and practical advice? Are you passionate about helping organisations protect people’s personal information, building a strong culture of trust and accountability? 

At Moat, we’re looking for a strategic and knowledgeable Senior Data Protection Advisor to lead and shape our data protection practices. If you want to make an impact at the heart of a purpose-driven organisation, we want to hear from you.

Moat provides safe, affordable homes and support to thousands of people. Strong governance, transparency and trust are the foundations of what we do – protecting personal data is vital.

As our Senior Data Protection Adviser, you'll be the go-to expert across Moat, leading on all aspects of data privacy. From guiding complex data sharing agreements and conducting DPIAs, to advising on cutting-edge projects and managing breaches, you'll ensure we stay compliant, confident and always one step ahead.

You’ll lead strategic initiatives, influence at senior levels, and embed a culture where data protection is everyone’s responsibility.

What you’ll be doing

• Provide expert leadership on data protection, advising teams across the business.
• Lead privacy elements of strategic programmes and deliver structured DPIAs.
• Manage DSARs and data breaches with professionalism, urgency and care.
• Maintain accurate records and registers to demonstrate robust compliance.
• Draft and review policies, guidance and data sharing agreements.
• Monitor and interpret legislative changes, ensuring Moat stays ahead of risk.
• Train and upskill staff at all levels – including other data professionals.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and project teams.
• Drive a proactive, privacy-by-design approach to new initiatives.
• Champion data protection awareness across the organisation.

What we’re looking for

You’ll be a confident, proactive professional with a deep understanding of data protection law, and the ability to translate it into clear, actionable guidance.

You’ll need:

•  Significant, demonstrable experience working in a senior data protection role in a complex organisation, at DPO level for some of your experience
• Expert-level knowledge of the UK GDPR, DPA 2018, and related laws
• A recognised data protection qualification (e.g., CIPP/E, BCS)
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Strong project and policy development experience

Desirable Extras:

•  Experience mentoring other data professionals
• Familiarity with ISO 27001 and wider data governance practices
• Knowledge of privacy risks in emerging tech (AI, biometrics, cloud)
• Confidence in delivering training sessions and workshops
• Understanding of FOIA and records management principle

For more information, please take a look at the job description: senior-data-protection-advisor.pdf

To apply:

Complete our application form in full via our careers website. As we use anonymous recruitment and do not accept CVs, it’s really important that you provide as much detail as possible in your application. We’re keen to understand your interest in the role and how you meet the requirements, so make full use of the spaces provided to tell us about your experience, skills, and what makes you a great fit for our team.

Who are we?

We provide homes across London, Sussex, Kent and Essex. Our financial strength puts us in a good position to rise to challenges and plan for the future. Our purpose is to “open doors to better lives for our customers”.  We thrive to be customer pioneers; providing a great customer experience. 

We’re proud to have been recognised as one of ‘The Sunday Times Best Places to Work’ 2025, based on feedback from our colleagues. 

Why join us?

Come and make a difference, grow your career, join a great team and take on new challenges.

In return, you’ll receive:

Excellent benefits. For more info, check out our employee benefits video here: Our employee benefits: what we can offer you (youtube.com)

Want to know more about Moat? 

Check out our social media feeds!

LinkedIn: @moathomes

Facebook: Moat Homes

If this sounds like the role for you, apply by 11pm on Thursday 7 August 2025 and be part of something bigger!

We encourage you to apply early, as we may close the advert before this date if we receive good interest. We're looking forward to reading your application!

If you require any additional adjustments to the recruitment process, please email peopleservices@moat.co.uk.